S5.E20. When Dad and Teen Explode: Who’s Hurt & Who’s at Fault?

2025-01-26

Have a quick question to be explored on the show? Send us a text message! Include your email address if you would like a personal response. Click HEREUtah listener Heather wonders what more she can do to protect her two sons from their verbally abusive father. The 14-year-old explodes with dad, while the 13-year-old son witnesses the drama and tries to keep things from getting worse. Diane& Rick discuss the different roles children play in the family system and what Heather can do to help each child feel emotionally safe (while also complying with the court-ordered custody arrangement).This...

Have a quick question to be explored on the show? Send us a text message! Include your email address if you would like a personal response. Click HERE

Utah listener Heather wonders what more she can do to protect her two sons from their verbally abusive father. The 14-year-old explodes with dad, while the 13-year-old son witnesses the drama and tries to keep things from getting worse. Diane& Rick discuss the different roles children play in the family system and what Heather can do to help each child feel emotionally safe (while also complying with the court-ordered custody arrangement).

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